Concussions

Please remind your son/daughter to report to the athletic training room the next day that they are at school or practice for a follow-up evaluation and continued care.

what is a concussion?

A sport-related concussion is a traumatic brain injury caused by a direct blow to the head, neck or body resulting in an impulsive force being transmitted to the brain that occurs in sports and exercise-related activities. This initiates a neurotransmitter and metabolic cascade, with possible axonal injury, blood flow change and inflammation affecting the brain. Symptoms and signs may present immediately, or evolve over minutes or hours, and commonly resolve within days, but may be prolonged.

NO TWO CONCUSSIONS ARE THE SAME, EVEN FOR A SINGLE ATHLETE!

Other Important Points:

Do Not use Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Advil or any other anti-inflammatory medication
Only use Tylenol if needed to manage headache
Rest and avoid strenuous activity
- This includes:
  - TV
  - Video Games
  - Cell Phones
  - Driving
Do not train or play any sports until medically cleared
No alcohol or sleeping tablets

Concussion Information Sheet.pdf

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